Introduction
Harumaki, or Japanese spring rolls, are crispy golden parcels filled with a savory mix of vegetables and meat. Served hot with a dipping sauce, they are a popular appetizer and side dish in Japanese homes and restaurants.
Ingredients (for 8 rolls)
- 8 spring roll wrappers
- 100g ground pork or chicken
- 1/2 carrot, julienned
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cabbage, shredded
- 3–4 shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch (dissolved in 2 tsp water)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook the filling
- Heat oil in a pan, add meat and cook until browned.
- Add carrot, onion, cabbage, and mushrooms. Stir-fry until tender.
- Season with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
- Add cornstarch slurry to thicken slightly. Let cool before wrapping.
- Wrap the spring rolls
- Place a wrapper diagonally. Spoon filling near the bottom corner.
- Fold over once, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Seal the edge with a dab of water-flour paste.
- Fry
- Heat oil to 170–180°C (340–355°F).
- Fry rolls until golden brown and crisp, about 3–4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve
- Plate with fresh lettuce and serve with sweet chili or soy-vinegar dipping sauce.
Tips
- Make sure the filling is cool before wrapping to avoid soggy rolls.
- Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady.
- Wrappers can be found in the frozen section of Asian supermarkets.
Closing
Enjoy Harumaki’s crunchy exterior and savory filling — a satisfying Japanese spring roll perfect for sharing as a snack, appetizer, or party dish.
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